2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2007 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 211 kg more than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Enclave. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 2007 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Enclave | SRX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2071 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
